Beatrix
Transit information
show lessGet directions
-
519 North Clark Street
Chicago, IL 60654 Near North Side - Get Directions
- Phone number (312) 284-1377
-
Business website beatrixchicago.com
-
“We ended our meal with a couple of cafe freddos and a slice of the caramel pie.” in 70 reviews
-
“The quinoa cakes and poached eggs which I had were also incredible -- not a bite left over!” in 50 reviews
-
“I tried the spicy chicken tinga, which was served with warm flour tortillas and two eggs on top.” in 25 reviews
Recommended Reviews
- Yelp Sort Selected
- Date
- Rating
- Elites
-
- Ryan B.
- Ahwatukee, AZ
- 21 friends
- 21 reviews
8/9/2015
1 check-inMe and the girlfriend stopped by for breakfast during our quick visit to Chicago. We made sure to arrive promptly at 8am when their kitchen opens to avoid a long wait.
Andrew was fantastic in helping me decide what to chose, and the girlfriend and I both thoroughly enjoyed our breakfasts. She ordered the lemon pancakes with a latte and after some deliberation I ended up choosing the enchiladas with a fresh squeezed glass of OJ. Everything was fantastic - we wish we had more time in the city so we could return and try some of their other offerings! -
8/5/2015
Visited here for brunch. The décor is nice and the vibe is trendy. They have a nice brunch menu, including juices and drinks.
I tried the lemon ricotta pancakes with brown sugar bacon. As many fellow yelpers have said, I'll agree: both were wonderful. Pancakes were light and fantastic -- great lemon flavor but not overpowering and the bacon was hearty and really delicious.
They have a decent selection of baked goods and a coffee bar. Restrooms are in the hotel. As far as outdoor seating goes, they do have a few tables outside. -
8/3/2015
Would do 3.5 stars if I could, but I'll round up.
5 stars for service- our waiter was fantastic, as was the young woman training with him. They didn't rush my friend and I at all, as we were a little distracted since we hadn't seen each other in so long. They even sent us home with a little complimentary cinnamon roll, which was awesome, and that was probably the best thing I ate from there (although I just tried the frosting and gave the rest to my boyfriend).
The food was a 3 I'd say. It was good, but nothing special, and the menu was very weird. It was a strange mix of dishes with no theme, and didn't seem seasonally relevant at all.
There were very few "breakfast/brunch basics" I'd say, and most of it was some sort of sandwich.
Portions were fine, but a little pricey in my opinion, for example, to get a small bowl of fresh fruit on the side.
I had a WONDERFUL time with my friend, but the food was just not special. -
7/27/2015 Updated review
1 check-inA fantastic dinner was had here at Beatrix! Both my husband and I were thoroughly impressed with the food the kitchen (had to be the A team!) put out.
We were seated in the bar area and requested one of the 2-seaters with the plush brown chairs. Very comfortable. After googling what it was, we opted for the tsukune (Japanese chicken meatballs) appetizer. The texture of the meatball was kind of like a fishball, which was surprising to me, but nothing that stood in the way of the dish being quickly demolished. Husband was 100% happy with the pork shank entree: the portion size, the flavor, the speed at which the kitchen sent over our meal.
I was tickled pink with the size of my potato and escarole ravioli. It was buttery, but not overly so, and you can be sure that ravioli is not store bought when it's literally the size of your face. I would highly recommend this entree, and I may or may not have the honor of posting the first pic of the p&e ravioli on Yelp.
Another note. If you order the potato and escarole ravioli, make sure you have atleast one of the following:
- floss
- a mirror
- a dining companion who will tell you if/when you have a huge piece of escarole stuck in your teeth (not that I'm speaking from experience...)
Totally worth venturing over here! You won't be disappointed in the plethora of coffee and drink (alcoholic and non) options either. I washed my meal down with a blueberry basil smash (+shot of gin), and it was so refreshing!What struck me most about our brunch at Beatrix was how lively the atmosphere was at noon on a… What struck me most about our brunch at Beatrix was how lively the atmosphere was at noon on a Sunday, complete with packed tables and drunk songs streaming throughout our meal ("Take Me Home Tonight", "Billie Jean", and the like). It was energetic for a day meal for sure! Music's on a loop; by the time we left, "TMHT" had played again (lol).4/5/2015 Previous review
As for the food, the steak and eggs entree was super skimpy on the steak. When asked about the size of the portion, the waiter said they usually give 3-4oz of steak, which is a little light if you ask me. My husband's steak looked shy of 3 oz even. I tried the mushroom quinoa burger, which was ok, but could have used some other flavor to kick it up a notch (fresh herbs?). I also tried the banana dark chocolate latte (banana puree is made in-house), and that was tasty. Note that there's a $9 cup of bulletproof coffee on the menu too. That's an expensive cup of caffeine!
Lastly, we could not leave without a take out order of the renowned ($8/slice) caramel pie (which we recently saw on a list of 23 cheap eats you need to get in Chicago). Shortbread crust + flavorful filling hit the spot for sure, but the pie's got nothing on Hoosier Mama.
Trendy spot. Ok food. Read more -
- Jessica M.
- Chicago, IL
- 165 friends
- 347 reviews
- Elite ’15
7/30/2015
2 check-insThere are a plethora of Yelp reviews for brunch. So I tried and enjoyed that with my girls.
On the other hand with the dinner scene, reviews appear scarce. So I arrived Tuesday night with slight skepticism. The quick-and-easy? I left with a new love to add to my list.
First off, do something atypical and order a juice. Yes, it's dinner and you would like a douse of alcohol. Well, for just $6 more, you can turn that into a juice cocktail. I thought my blackberry and lychee lemonade was superb without the spike. Dinner mate across from me loved her virgin mango, orange, and pineapple nectar so much that she chugged two.
Onto the "second" course, we ordered the fries, hummus, tsukune, and straight A salad for sharing. Most of them were good for sharing except for the tsukune which are coarse-ground chicken meatballs that came in four pieces. We just wanted to give it a try so we sliced each piece into halves. Don't let the chili-cilantro sauce throw you off because it's just a baby spice. The straight A salad caught me off guard and swooned me. With arugula, avocado, Asian pear, asiago, and almond, this was easily a pleasant start for the evening. Coming from a person who usually shies away from ordering salad, I see myself re-ordering this upon my return. It was simplicity done at its best.
Main courses consisted of potato ravioli, pan-roasted sea bass, slow-braised short rib, skirt steak, and three caramelized pork shanks. It was a very lopsided party with lots of meat lovers. My short rib, ladled with balsamic steak sauce, was served in a rectangular block of lean meat with a thin layer of fat. Beneath the hot pile was a huge smear of mashed potatoes and on the side was a set of un-constructed salad with roasted romaine hearts and tomatoes. It was nothing complicated but everything that I wanted. The pork shank is huge with hints of fat scattered throughout, therefore it was especially tender and juicy. I liked it a little less than my short rib though. With the Michigan peaches, it was a tidbit sweet and I'm generally a savory person when it comes to entrees.
I must also note Beatrix takes pleasure in bringing out the dishes at the same time. Two of the pork shanks were cold at the first cut and bite. We brought it to our server's attention and she immediately apologized for the mishap. With no questions asked, she took the pork shanks away and returned 10 minutes later with a set of fresh-made, well-glazed, and sizzling pork shanks. Cheers to top-notch service! (And for this, I gave Beatrix an extra star, therefore capping it at five.)
Onto desserts, we skipped the pastry bar and focused on the menu offering. Among us, we shared the chia pudding, vanilla bean kulfi, and two slices of dark chocolate cake. Our server was kind enough to put a candle on the chocolate cake for our belated birthday boy. The cake was indeed as stated: tall, dark, and handsome. Dig your spoon deep into this flourless marvel of deliciousness and you will keep doing so until it's all gone. The kulfi, also known as Indian ice cream, is not to be neglected. The candied oranges and toasted pistachios were excellent complements. The ice cream itself is light by flavor but strong by physique. We almost resorted to using a steak knife to make it shareable. Nonetheless, I would order it and put my arms to work again.
All in all, Beatrix is casual and buzzy. It's a good potential for hosting baby/bridal showers, out-of-town visitors, business dinners, girls' day/night out, etc. After trying both brunch and dinner, I must say the latter was much more charming and it won me over.-
Chia pudding with coconut, mango, and passion fruitChia pudding with coconut, mango, and passion fruit -
Vanilla bean kulfi (Indian ice cream) with candied oranges and roasted pistachiosVanilla bean kulfi (Indian ice cream) with candied oranges and roasted pistachios - See all photos from Jessica M. for Beatrix
-
- Bryan T.
- Los Angeles, CA
- 9 friends
- 29 reviews
8/10/2015 Updated review
Came here for the second time and sat outside and had Jackie as our server. She made the experience the best! Brought my friend here for his birthday and she made it extra special. More of Chicago needs servers like her.
Great recommendations for the mushroom burger and margarita!While in Chicago, I had a lot of options on where to dine, such a great foodie city, but I was most… While in Chicago, I had a lot of options on where to dine, such a great foodie city, but I was most impressed with this place due to its atmosphere, menu and service.5/27/2015 Previous review
The fact that the restaurant was located in the Aloft, made it very convenient, perfect spot to grab a beer before going out or meeting friends for a hearty brunch.
I had the Kale salad for lunch and loved it, big portion with a lot of delicious grilled chicken, My friend had the burger which he loved as well.
We had a few rounds of drinks because the vibe was so cool, perfect place to people watch and enjoy the nice summer weather that Chicago rarely has.
The service was on point as well. Mike the manager, greeted our table, made sure we were well taken care of made great recommendations about where to go and what to see during our trip. He was great and you could tell that he ran a tight ship!
Already told my local Chicago friends to go since I loved it so much Read more -
- Giselle G.
- New York, NY
- 134 friends
- 118 reviews
- Elite ’15
7/16/2015
1 check-inI stayed at the Aloft while visiting some friends in Chicago. I always stay at the W Lakeshore ( I have no clue why since their service and hotel is not that great) but saw this was $10 cheaper a night and noticed the location was absolutely divine.
I've stayed at the Aloft before, but this is the first Aloft where I have seen an onsite restaurant. After a long morning and flight, I decided to try it out. Very busy but not uncomfortable. We had a seat right by the big open windows which was great. The food? I loved! Tasty, fresh and quickly made. I am surprised. I would come here even if I wasn't staying at the Aloft. The prices were good as well, no upmarket price just for being in a hotel.
This place will make an ideal brunch setting! -
- Morganne B.
- Chicago, IL
- 32 friends
- 128 reviews
- Elite ’15
7/31/2015
1 check-inThis was the first restaurant my roommate and I visited when we moved to Chicago, on Easter Sunday 2014 for brunch... So it will always hold a special place in my heart. We (unknowingly at the time) actually dined next to Pat Quinn while he was governor and were wondering why people kept coming up to this man to shake his hand or take photos. Anyway, we finally returned last night and brought along my boyfriend after a show in Millenium Park.
The place was packed but we had made a reservation so we sat down immediately. It was a few minutes before anyone came over to us but they were busy so it's all right. We ordered a couple beers and the habanero pineapple margarita, along with the tsukune appetizer and the burrata. My favorite was the burrata, served with some multigrain chips, an olive tapenade and halved cherry tomatoes. It was very light and fluffy and the saltiness of the tapenade complemented it well. The tsukune was okay, but just a small portion--4 tiny meatballs for the 3 of us to share. Pretty tasty though I would not order it again. We ordered the crispy kale salad, which I thought would be entirely kale but turned out to be fried kale mixed with regular greens. It also had dates, pistachios and papayas. Great combo for a summer salad. My boyfriend got the burger and didn't share any of it. He even got a little mad when I stole a bite of his kale side to compare with mine... So I know everything was good. I still want to try their nitro coffee to compare with ipsento. I'll probably eat here on my last day in Chicago before moving, just so everything comes full circle. Love this place, definitely check it out and go to one of the River North bars in the area afterward! -
6/11/2015
1 check-inI recently stayed at the Aloft Hotel, and Beatrix is located on the first floor. They do the room service for the hotel, but I thought I would get the full experience and meander down to the lobby and to the restaurant to give it a try. It was definitely a happening location on a Sunday morning!
It took a while to get seated because it was so busy and there's not a great place to wait given the space. People were waiting wherever they could. When I did get seated, I was definitely taken care of. I started off with a blue(berry) mimosa. It was a delicious treat. I got the quinoa cakes with poached eggs which came with a salsa. It was a light meal, but a perfect portion size. Service was quick, and made up for the wait. Can't wait to go back next time I'm in Chicago! -
5/17/2015
1 check-inWow! Beatrix is now one of my favorite places to eat in this area. I came after a long week of work to enjoy Friday afternoon and was so happy with everything. We started off with a couple of juices. The cucumber and mint soda was super light and refreshing and the carrot, apple, and ginger snap was something I felt was innovative, healthy, and delicious at the same time. It leans heavier towards the carrot, about 50%, and then maybe 35% towards the ginger snap but then you also get hints of the apple too. Loved it!
We decided on sampling a few of their snacks since we had just recently finished lunch. The kennebec fries were great though I think I would have liked it with more potato inside the fries. My favorite part was actually the few slices of crispy lemons sprinkled on top and the delicious aioli with spices. The warm quinoa cakes were really delicious too - they were light, airy, and actually a great compliment to the heavier fries. My favorite snack was the tsukune (chicken meatball) with chili cilantro sauce. SO GOOD. YUMM! I wasn't able to taste the cilantro in the sauce so for those of you who have an aversion to cilantro, still give it a try!
I wasn't hungry enough to get a bigger entree except for a bite of the chili and chocolate glazed salmon but I totally have my eye out for the mushroom quinoa burger on the next visit!
Other non-food related points: The outside seating area is amazing on a nice low-wind day. Otherwise, they keep open windows even when you are sitting inside so you feel a small breeze. Our waitress was great; she was on top of filling our waters and asking if we needed anything else. Great experience overall. -
5/28/2015
3 check-insI know, I know, I know, Chicago is filled with great restaurants from the simple to fine dining. Beatrix is middle of the road in affordability, yet, stellar in taste. You can't go wrong no matter what you order. We ended up eating at Beatrix three times on this visit, twice for breakfast, once for dinner.
The best pancakes you'll ever have are right here, the Fluffy Lemon pancakes. It's sad, I'll never be able to eat other pancakes anywhere ever again since having these pancakes. They are so light, so fluffy and dare I say it... so magical! These pancakes are so light, they literally disappear on your palate, yet leave the best taste behind. OMG, I must practice making these at home.
For breakfast we also tried poached eggs over quinoa patties, a very hip and healthy version of eggs benedict. These didn't disappoint either. I also tried the chilaquiles - I grew up on this traditional Mexican dish and was nervous about ordering it. But... it was better than Mom's home cooking! How did they flavor those chips?!
For dinner we had the Ahi tuna as an appetizer and the Chile/Chocolate Salmon. Both were fresh and full of flavor. I can't rave enough about Beatrix. Every dish is healthy, flavorful and filling.
A definite must stop while in Chicago. My goal is to try every dish on the menu.-
Fluffy lemon pancakes - the best you'll ever have.Fluffy lemon pancakes - the best you'll ever have.
-
-
- Tiffany L.
- Queens, NY
- 52 friends
- 288 reviews
6/23/2015
1 check-inCame here for a Sunday brunch with my girlfriends while we were in town. This place screams Williamsburg, Brooklyn.
Our waiter, Steve Z. (I think) was hilarious and talked way too fast for me and my friends to understand, not gonna lie...he was easy on the eyes, too.
I had quinoa cakes with a poached egg which filled me up real quick. The spiked freddo was to dieeeee for!
I'd definitely come back here and recommend to anyone who is visiting. -
-
6/22/2015
1 check-inStopped by at about 10:00am on Sunday for brunch, after finding out that the place we had initially planned on hitting didn't open until 11am. (Who doesn't open for brunch until 11???)
Still, glad we ended up here. We were told it would be a 30 minute wait, so happily settled outside the restaurant to pet the dogs walking by. However we were texted within 10 minutes that a table was ready. Yay!
Our group ordered the Fluffy lemon pancakes, Morning bun and Quinoa cakes with poached eggs. They also have a great selection of morning beverages. We tried a few mimosas, lattes, and juices, and all were great. The food was fantastic, and everything was recommended. Do yourself a favour, since this place takes reservations, book yourself in here for brunch. -
6/22/2015
1 check-inThe place: Even during a downpour at 8pm on a Saturday night, this place was packed to the brim. With reservations, we still had to wait 15 minutes, but were lucky to find 2 seats together at the bar. The servers and bartender we dealt with were great, but not extremely expeditious. Big open space was kinda cool, but ill be honest, I was mostly staring at my handsome date, so didn't take note of the decor too much.
The taste: We were surprised with an appetizer on the house- the potato salad deviled eggs. Creamy and flavorful, but not something I would have ordered on my own. A little too rich for my blood. We shared the burrata (good, but I've had better at Eataly), the ahi tuna crudo (good, but did it stand out as something I need to go back and eat again?--no). And the short ribs (okay this was mostly what my date had, but he shared some and this was melt in your mouth good. Tender.... Still not sure if it's worth a return visit. I've had good short ribs in other places)
My face: four cocktails between the two of us (all pretty great) and 2 snack plates and a short ribs entree probably brought us to $100 pre-tip, but I didn't pay and actually didn't even look at the bill. (Just did some math in my head). We didn't even consider dessert...I would have if my date didn't seem so delicious....and I don't think it was the cocktails that made me feel that way.
So Beatrix is good. But I'm not sure I'd need to go back. I can probably find $12 cocktails somewhere else. Just a guess though.... -
- Breanna B.
- Rochester, NY
- 1019 friends
- 581 reviews
- Elite ’15
3/18/2015
1 check-inMid-winter, Beatrix was a blessing. The vibe of the space made it feel like you were dining in a garden.
It was a wonderful breakfast with some fabulous ladies, the menu had enough variety and there was something for everyone, each meal was well prepared, and service was stellar.
Enchiladas for breakfast is always a good choice - what came first, the chicken or the egg? In this case the egg. Scrambled, of course topped with salsa verde. I always prefer the savory option for breakfast but as a group we couldn't pass up the lemon pancake. It's was melty, lemony, fluffy goodness.
The coffee was strong and regularly refilled as was the water. Overall, a blissful morning before we all left town. I'd be back in a heartbeat and a close walk to the Kinzie Hotel where I stayed. -
4/8/2015
There's something about Beatrix. Every time I have an out-of-towner, I take them to Beatrix for brunch. I took my best friend from NYC to Beatrix. I took my mom from Seoul to Beatrix. We have group weekend brunches here with friends. My boyfriend and I went to Beatrix for Easter brunch. There's just something about it.
It's always pretty busy and loud, I haven't seen Beatrix less than 60% full, ever. Walking in without a reservation will result in a moderate wait time. If you're like me and wish to avoid that, make a reservation. Opentable makes it simple.
The tables are sufficiently large and fit for big groups. There are smaller tables for smaller groups / couples, too. The place itself is quite large, but they've packed a bunch of tables in that space so you may knock into someone's chair or bag at any given time. Despite the commotion, Beatrix guests are usually pretty happy to be there.
There's a LOT OF SUNLIGHT! My favorite part about Beatrix is on sunny days, they'll open the patio and let natural air and light permeate the room, and I don't know who their brilliant engineer must have been, but the restaurant glows. Coupled with Michael Jackson tracks they often have playing on loop, it becomes a lively atmosphere perfect for weekend brunch. Additional note: they display a huge candid photograph of Jagger (pictured) on one of the walls that I think adds to the ambiance.
In terms of food, I like their quinoa cake, the chimichurri, the prime burger, the hummus. The cocktails with fresh juice is great. I had a blueberry champagne once, that was delicious. For dessert I always get a cup of cappuccino (I think La Colombe supplies their coffee) as a meal-ender, palate-cleanser, etc. -
- Brittany S.
- Indianapolis, IN
- 4611 friends
- 978 reviews
- Elite ’15
3/11/2015
Still dreaming about the "ginger snap" juice. A fresh blend of carrots, ginger and apples. The most refreshing way to kick the day off! Brilliant ingredient combo.
The party continued with the quinoa cakes topped with eggs Benedict and an herb puree. Not only was it guilt-free but packed with flavor. Oh! And for those of us who can never decide if we want to go full on sweet or savory, order the lemon ricotta pancake with lemon syrup as an appetizer for the table. You'll have one and want another. I guarantee it.
Last note, this place is huge. Perfect for groups. The bakery and coffee shop counter also make it a great pit stop for those of us who fly solo on the regular with a work laptop in tow.
Stop reading and call in for a reservation! -
- Anne K.
- Chicago, IL
- 4 friends
- 90 reviews
7/29/2015
It's a Lettuce Entertain You place. Yay, because I love getting my points. There is somewhat of a "very good" commonality among most of their member restaurants, but something almost always amiss. I had steak and eggs and a something or other very green, very healthy and very delicious juice. The steak was good, although the chimichurri wasn't spicy at all where I felt it should be. The hash browns were a bit greasy, but I was happy with the juice so it made up for everything that wasn't quite where I wanted.
Overall it's a fun place to come with friends with an energetic atmosphere. Not a place for an intimate and romantic date, but a great place to socialize.
Definitely going back to try some other things.
PS. The avocado toast is totally overrated. Needs a sprinkle of garlic instead of the chili (and this is coming from a person who loves spicy) -
- Nari H.
- Chicago, IL
- 178 friends
- 509 reviews
6/16/2015
2 check-insWe actually came here just for dessert and discovered that they also offer Bulletproof coffee!! We had to come.
Two desserts: Apple Strudel and a Caramel Mousse Pie. The Caramel Mouse Pie pairs REALLY well with the Bulletproof coffee. The Apple Strudel was good also.
Coffee: They serve both Intelligentsia and Metropolis beans, and you get an option to pic which bean you want. Their Bulletproof coffee was pretty decent, lighter than I expected.
We had a fantastic server.
I would definitely want to come back for dinner.
FYI - For those that get rewards points, this is a Lettuce Entertain You Restaurant.-
Supernatural Salad ($13.95). A good, healthy summer salad. Options to add chicken or proteins on top.Supernatural Salad ($13.95). A good, healthy summer salad. Options to add chicken or proteins on top. - See all photos from Nari H. for Beatrix
-
- Dan S.
- Chicago, IL
- 31 friends
- 32 reviews
6/18/2015
Really pleased with this one folks. Showed up 20 mins late to our dinner rez the night of the Blackhawks Stanley Cup parade, still sat down immediately. Didn't like our table so we asked for one closer to the window. "Whatever you like, as long as your happy." Was the response.
Waiter super knowledgeable about menu. Drinks and apps came out suuuper fast. Main course came out a minute or two after we were done with apps. Got the prime burger and Kale salad. Shared both with girlfriend. With the two apps, this was the perfect meal size. Gave water bottle at table so we could refill ours as we pleased. I HATE when I'm at a restaurant and waiting for the server to come back so I can ask for water. This place eliminated that issue.
Krispy kale salad could use slightly more kale imo. Figs and papaya were great additions to break up the natural tart flavor of the kale. The burger was solid. Added avocado to make it nice and rich.
Cherry chia juice was interesting. I've never had chia seeds so I was caught off guard with the consistency. My lady's cocktails were on point though, apparently. Apple strudel for desert was really really good. I love apple things and this was a top tier apple thing.
Would go again to try their brunch. -
- Katie K.
- Scottsdale, AZ
- 5 friends
- 71 reviews
7/25/2015
1 check-inLoved this place! Had a fun, fancy girls-night-out here. The cocktails feature their fresh-squeezed juices. I tried the Blueberry Tom Collins which was delightfully tangy. For dinner, I had the special which was a vegetarian quinoa chili bowl, and I savored every bite. We shared two desserts: chocolate cake and caramel pie. All of us agreed that the caramel pie was the clear winner. Not sure how they keep the caramel filling so light yet so creamy, but it was heavenly.
-
- Ravenous A.
- Elmhurst, IL
- 0 friends
- 3 reviews
-
5/18/2015
Great restaurant, especially for breakfast/brunch! We had breakfast here twice and both times it was exceptional. Also the bartenders are A-team and make some really great specialty cocktails- see Jake when you are here- he rocks! Also they have house made pastries that are to die for....and if bulletproof coffee is your thing, they carry that too! Oh as well as fresh pressed juices!
-
3/7/2015
The wife surprised me with a trip here. The dining room was really lively, I enjoyed the atmosphere. Since it was brunch we got some lattes. They have a few nice flavor combinations. Honey and cinnamon was one banana and dark chocolate was the other. They even put those designs in the foam I always see.
As far as the food my wife got these light and fluffy pancakes. They were pretty amazing. Stuffed with ricotta cheese they were nothing like the dry bland pancakes I've gotten at some breakfast places. I ordered the chilaquile bar. I've never seen this before and I love chilaquiles. They give you a plate and you fill it up with these slightly soft tortilla chips in salsa and eggs with shredded chicken. Then you add guac Salas sour cream and cheese. Boom, best chilaquile I've had in a while. I kinda regret not getting the caramel pie but I might need to walk in a get a slice sometime. -
- Corey C.
- Houston, TX
- 5 friends
- 5 reviews
7/26/2015
The brunch was pretty good. Nothing was mind-blowing, but everything was tasty. We had the steak and eggs, pancakes, French toast, pot roast and eggs sandwich, and yogurt. Cocktails were good, but beware- the Sangrita is not really a Sangrita, it is their own concoction. Coffee is great.
Overall, a decent place for brunch if you are not in a rush. -
1/28/2015
1 check-inBeatrix, oh how I love you. Thank you for a truly unforgettable brunch. Love the whimsical interior. The staff was fairly friendly and helpful.
At first glance, I thought the menu was limited and nothing really piqued my interest, so I randomly decided on the light and fluffy lemon pancakes with a side of brown sugar bacon. Wow! Those pancakes exceeded my expectations. Just the right amount of lemon flavor. I've never had pancakes so delicious and light. The brown sugar bacon wasn't as sweet as I anticipated, but I loved it nonetheless. The chia cherry chiller was pretty good at first, but after a few sips I tired of all of the chia seeds. With less seeds it would have been better. I ordered a cinnamon roll to go. I can't believe the cinnamon roll made it the entire 3 plus hour drive to Indianapolis. When I got home I dug in. Thank you dessert gods for this heavenly creation. I'm not a big fan of cinnamon rolls, but this roll rocked my world.
Undoubtedly the best. I will be traveling to Chicago soon and a visit to Beatrix is a must. Pancakes and cinnamon roll are a MUST. Thank you Beatrix. Don't ever change and I will love you for life.-
Best pancakes EVER! The light and fluffy lemon pancakes with a side of brown sugar bacon. Yesssss!!!Best pancakes EVER! The light and fluffy lemon pancakes with a side of brown sugar bacon. Yesssss!!!
-
-
- Angela B.
- Round Lake, IL
- 17 friends
- 15 reviews
8/9/2015
The food was great and the atmosphere is cozy but trendy! I came here with a group in July and the staff was very accomodating. The only downfall is the periodic wiff of city sewer scent through the open windows. It might a coincidence and perfect storm of the wind patterns, humidity, and scent levels of Chicago that weekend... So I'll give this place the benefit of the doubt!
-
5/2/2015
1 check-inThis review is only for the caramel pie. We had dinner somewhere else and came solely for the pie. The flavor was there but the pie itself was lacking something special. It was just a plain caramel pie that I was expecting for something to really win me over. I was definitely underwhelmed. I'm a fan of melted caramel so I was expecting good caramel pie. The piece of pie wasn't soft, it was frozen hard once you get pass the smaller end of the pie. The homemade whip cream stood out more than the pie and that's not a good sign. It's like Robin out shining Batman and that just cant happen! The sidekick can't outshine the star. I came for the delicious caramel pie so it should stand out.
-
5/6/2015
lots of reviews here for brunch/breakfast but a froworker and i came here for dinner.
love love love.
first of all, the place looks gorgeouss. if a hipster coffeehouse/juicebar had a baby with a classy farm-to-table joint, this would be it. the place feels invitingly warm and cool at the same time.
secondly, the cocktail i had was amazing. fresh blackberry lychee lemonade mixed with tito's vodka and st. germain. it was beautiful and so tasty. i took a sip of the blueberry tom collins too, which was also delicious but not quite as amazing as the blackberry lemon drop, in my opinion. if you love gin, you may prefer it though.
honestly i could've been fully five-stars satisfied with a meal of cocktails alone. but i did eat the spring pea soup and "straight a salad" which had arugula, asian pears, almonds, avocado and asiago. both dishes were solid and actually pretty filling. we noted that there are lots of paleo-friendly options on the menu too.
for dessert, i heard rumors about the caramel pie so we gave it a go, and while my first bite felt like "what, that's it?" but with each bite, the flavors started growing on me. or maybe it was the alkerhall.
in any case, this place was awesome. the price point is not even all that expensive, considering the quality of the fare. color me a very satisfied chitown tourist. -
1/19/2015
This place is a complete surprise. Came here as a walk in on a Friday night. No wait. Was not expecting much given this is a hotel restaurant that I had never heard of. And the food was awesome.
I would recommend everything we had. Esp the beet salad with pistachio pesto. I had the spaghetti squash, delish.
Nice modern vibe. Stopped by the pastry counter on our way out to pick up some pastries to go, they have awesome cookies including a salted Carmel and vegan chocolate chip. And of course like everyone else says....you have to have the Caramel pie. I'll be back just for that.
I Can't wait to try brunch. I also recommend their juices, which they will happily add a shot of whatever alcohol you like. -
-
- Jeff K.
- Chicago, IL
- 19 friends
- 127 reviews
8/7/2015
Went there the other night with a friend for dinner and the food was fantastic. I'm gluten free and since they are a lettuce entertain restaurant they had a great gf menu and our waitress really knew the food allergies well. I had the salmon and it was great, hummus for an appetizer and they even had a pudding for dessert. Great meal, reasonably priced a great service. I will absolutely return. My friend lives close by and goes all the time, if I lived close by I would go there often too.
-
1/8/2015
OK I can't quite remember what we ordered for our dinner, but the DESSERT. oh. em. gee.
Sorry that I have such a horrible memory, but I definitely remember the caramel pie. WOW. Caramel crack pie!!! It's seriously the BEST pie I've had in my life. The filling wasn't too dense or too sweet, it was the most perfect, decadent and sinful dessert that I've ever had. If you come here for dinner, make sure you leave room for this baby!-
Seemingly innocent. Seductively decadent and sinful. Caramel pie! Yum!Seemingly innocent. Seductively decadent and sinful. Caramel pie! Yum!
-
-
5/18/2015
1 check-inMy cousin who lives in Chicago made us brunch reservations here during our long weekend trip because it is one of her favorite spots. I did enjoy my experience, and I like the concept of the restaurant, but I couldn't help but feel like I was missing out on some of the other exciting food choices Chicago has to offer.
They sell a lot of "healthier, lighter" brunch options, which is cool, but I didn't see anything extra special or unique on the menu. One drink which I've never seen before which is kinda crazy is the bulletproof coffee- made with butter.... I was skeptical that it was actually better than regular coffee at $9 per cup, and I honestly couldn't taste a difference, but hey maybe you coffee connoisseurs out there will.
I chose the Caesar salad for my meal, and others in the group chose the veggie omelet and the pancakes. All were good, but nothing too special in my opinion. If you're a Chicago local, I would recommend checking this place out! If you're traveling for a short time though, I would try one of the most decadent dining options Chicago has to offer. Because it's just not right to eat "healthy" food when you're on vacation :) -
- Corey C.
- Bristol, RI
- 37 friends
- 8 reviews
-
- Stephanie M.
- Chicago, IL
- 143 friends
- 128 reviews
- Elite ’15
2/14/2015 Updated review
4 check-insDivine! Absolutely blown away by everything!
Beatrix really does go above and beyond in their service and food, which was clearly shown during my dinner on February 13, 2015.
We had gone around 6:00pm and the ambiance here during the dinner time is much more romantic and intimate than during the brunch. The lights dimmed low and flickering faux candles at each table makes this lofted restaurant space feel like you and your table are the only people there. Groups of girlfriends and couples alike surrounded us, and even when the restaurant became really full (around 7:30pm), the noise level never got intolerable where you couldn't hear the person sitting directly next to you.
I had ordered the Chicken Bebe as my main entree and my boyfriend ordered the Prime Burger. The Chicken Bebe was incredibly flavorful and well crusted. It's served on a bed of what tasted like a lemon cream sauce, and topped with tender asparagus and baby radish greens. There's a wedge of lemon on the side to squeeze on top if you'd like, and I highly recommend. If you've ever had Greek Saganaki cheese (which I love), the chicken crusted in cheese with fresh squeezed lemon had a reminiscent taste of that Saganaki cheese.
The Prime Burger was ordered with bacon and cheddar cheese on a brioche bun. I absolutely loved the bite my boyfriend offered to share. Only a bite though. He was very stern on that. It was that good. The beef patty was perfectly season, the sweet candied bacon against the tangy housemade giardiniera gave the burger a nice crunch. Umami is a great word to describe the flavors happening in their Prime Burger.
The Dessert is the best part! I should've mentioned that first. The Oh My! Caramel Pie is dreamy!!! If heaven could be described in a forkful, you'd find it in this Caramel Pie. Shortbread cookie crust... sweet buttery caramel... served with their homemade vanilla bean whip cream. I would've skipped dinner to have the whole slice to myself. We also had the Tall, Dark and Handsome Chocolate cake. It's base is dark, flourless chocolate cake... topped with a chocolate mousse. A bit more dense than a mousse I think.. sort of an in between and a ganache. Superb! The dark chocolate makes this rich dessert not so nauseatingly rich like milk chocolate could. A perfect bite to cleanse the palate of your dinner.
Great food makes a good restaurant. What makes a great restaurant is their service, and Beatrix really showcases how they take care of their guests. You do feel like a guest, rather than any other bar patron. Our server never rushed us along our meal, or forced the check upon us to get us out of our table. The manager Steven also made a point to stop by our table and see how our meal was and made excellent recommendations on the dessert. I thank him for my new vice; the Oh My! Caramel Pie.
Delicious and all around a beautiful meal. It made my birthday weekend very memorable.-
Black Cat Nitro iced coffee. Amazing!!!! Brings coffee up to the next level. Goes rest with their pot roast breakfast sandwichBlack Cat Nitro iced coffee. Amazing!!!! Brings coffee up to the next level. Goes rest with their pot roast breakfast sandwich -
Chicken Bebe is tender, savory, and the perfect portion.Chicken Bebe is tender, savory, and the perfect portion. -
The Oh my! Caramel pie really makes you say "oh! My!" After the first bite.The Oh my! Caramel pie really makes you say "oh! My!" After the first bite. - See all photos from Stephanie M. for Beatrix
There was a lot of hype for this place to be out of this world but I found it to be very average.… There was a lot of hype for this place to be out of this world but I found it to be very average. It was an overpriced brunch to be brutally honest. The bloody mary wasn't anything special. It was under their specialty cocktail but when I watched them make it it was made with a pre-made bloody mary mix (ZingZang Bloody Mary to be exact).11/11/2014 Previous review
The food was ok as well. Perhaps their pastry is what their known for because that display looked rather tempting. However, I went with something more savory. I had the steak chimichurri with eggs. The steak was maybe 3 oz and very tough. Absolutely overcooked to the point of being rubbery. The hashbrown was undercooked in the opposite respect where it was soggy with grease. In an established place like this, I would expect the hashbrown to made from scratch but it looked like the bring stuff I would find in the frozen section of my local grocery store. With all due respect, I would've found better breakfast at the McDonald's a block down and been much more satisfied. Not to mention, I ordered a cup of coffee and it came in a small tea-cup without refills. Most brunch places make sure that the Joe is not empty.
One key factor I check out when I go to local restaurants is their bathrooms, because a clean bathroom means a clean kitchen. If you can keep that public area immaculate than your kitchen will be equally clean. So this next comment will ruin your appetite so I would stop reading and skip to the last paragraph if you have weak stomachs. The bathroom smelled atrocious! The cleanliness of it was offensive as well. Two stalls were completely defecated (where the smell was coming from) and there was toilet paper and paper towel all over the floor. It looked like the Tasmanian devil ran through and tossed up all the paper in the air and let it fall wherever. You would think that the restaurant being a part of the hotel would have proper housekeeping come through at a timely fashion. But that was definitely not the case.
It's safe to read now. The services was the only part that was superb. Our server was very knowledgeable about the menu, presented the specials for the day, and gave her recommendations. She really did make the brunch a little more acceptable then what it really was worth. Read more -
- Alexis G.
- Chicago, IL
- 45 friends
- 34 reviews
7/17/2015
Two thumbs up! Stayed at the Aloft and had both cocktails and brunch. For brunch we had a buffet for a family gathering and the space is very accommodating for a large group even though it doesn't look it. The food was amazing! The bacon... I highly recommend checking this place out.
-
- Philip R.
- Chula Vista, CA
- 96 friends
- 107 reviews
5/18/2015
1 check-inCame here for our last breakfast before leaving Chicago. It's open really early for just coffee and pastries and regular breakfast opens an hour after that. Some of the tables use couches for seating which is cool but we opted for a window seat. The staff there are very friendly.
The menu is small but the food looks and sounds delicious. The steak chimichurri was tender and full of flavor. I also got a chocolate almond croissant after the meal to go. The filling was so good and the powered sugar and numerous almonds topping it was a great addition. -
2/6/2015 Updated review
12 check-insBeatrix has become my "go to" place if my guest and I don't know where to go. Many times, my guest has not been here before. This time, I brought my friend, CJ.
We had met around 2:00pm, so the restaurant was just finishing the lunch crowd. We were seated in the bar area. Mark, bartender, met us and went over the specials including the menu for Restaurant Week (RW). Mark is very personable and is able to read each of his tables while still maintain the bar. Great employee!!
Both of us opted to try one of the RW's menu. We had both ordered the Butternut and Apple Soup, then I had ordered the Pot Roast Sandwich and CJ ordered the Three Grain Salad. Each course was brought to us in the appropriate amount of time. Of course, Mark would check in with us without being a bothersome.
For dessert, I had picked the Chocolate Cake and CJ had ordered the Caramel Pie. Both desserts were incredible. I usually order the Apple Strudel (creature of habit).
Without any hesitation, check out this restaurant! I'm looking forward to return, if Mark is there.... I'll sit in his section.Each time I go to this restaurant, it get better and better.9/12/2014 Previous review
My lunch date, Jan, and I had decided to… Each time I go to this restaurant, it get better and better.
My lunch date, Jan, and I had decided to meet at here for a leisure lunch. The hostess had greeted us and sat us near a window so we had a great view. I can't stress enough with the modern feeling of this restaurant, it is not loud. We just really enjoy the relaxing feeling of this restaurant.
Our server, Milos O, was very attentive. We each started out with a watermelon strawberry cooler. My lunch date had ordered the Gazpacho along with Crudo. I had ordered the Pot Roast Sandwich with a Arugula side salad.
The food runner brought our meals out within a responsible amount of time. Meanwhile, Milos would check in with us without being overbearing. Our meals were very well seasoned.
Since we had saved room, we had ordered two desserts: The Chia Pudding and the Blueberry Slab. OMG. I had preferred the blueberry dessert. Both are good... but go with the Blueberry Slab.
I would continue to recommend this restaurant. Looking forward to my next visit. Read moreUpon entering this restaurant, you notice the host stand in the middle of the restaurant. The… Upon entering this restaurant, you notice the host stand in the middle of the restaurant. The restaurant has a very cool/vibe to it. The cement flooring with exposed wood ceiling more cement pillars, and the various sizes of tables and chairs / sofas to choose from. Just a cool vibe. Please take note, the restaurant is not loud.2/21/2014 Previous review
Since I just came to have dessert, I asked to place at an out of the table or at the counter. I was seated at the counter. I will say, everyone would enjoy the counter since it is the location for any carryouts and it's near the wait station. Truthfully, I thinks its a great location. I was able to watch the amazing food the come out of the kitchen.
I was greeted promptly by the server. She gave me some great suggestions for some dessert. I finally decided on the Apple Tart Stredel pus some soda to wash it down. Ala mode??? Of course.
The beverage came right away and shortly came the stredel. The stedel was so good. The crust was nice and flaky and the whip cream was very lite.
Looking forward visit the restaurant on an empty stomach to try a full meal.
I would highly suggest this resaurant for the food, service and hip vibe. Read more-
A little afternoon delight before work. . Apple StrudelA little afternoon delight before work. . Apple Strudel
-
Hours
| Mon | 7:00 am - 10:00 pm | |
|---|---|---|
| Tue | 7:00 am - 10:00 pm | |
| Wed | 7:00 am - 10:00 pm | |
| Thu | 7:00 am - 10:00 pm | Open now |
| Fri | 7:00 am - 11:00 pm | |
| Sat | 8:00 am - 11:00 pm | |
| Sun | 8:00 am - 9:00 pm |
Menu
- Spicy Chicken Tinga
- 8.95
More business info
-
- Takes Reservations
- Yes
- Delivery
- No
- Take-out
- Yes
- Accepts Credit Cards
- Yes
- Good For
- Brunch
- Parking
- Valet, Street
- Bike Parking
- Yes
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Yes
- Good for Kids
- Yes
- Good for Groups
- Yes
- Attire
- Casual
- Ambience
- Trendy
- Noise Level
- Average
- Alcohol
- Full Bar
- Outdoor Seating
- Yes
- Wi-Fi
- Free
- Has TV
- Yes
- Waiter Service
- Yes
- Caters
- Yes
From the business
Beatrix is a neighborhood restaurant, coffeehouse and meeting place located in Chicago's River North. Chef partners Susan Weaver, Rita Dever and John Chiakulas have created a menu inspired …
Learn more about Beatrix , Opens a popupSpecialties
Beatrix is a neighborhood restaurant, coffeehouse and meeting place located in Chicago's River North. Chef partners Susan Weaver, Rita Dever and John Chiakulas have created a menu inspired by food made in Lettuce's test kitchen.
All pastries and sweets are baked in house daily. Some of our favorites include the Honey Butter Cinnamon Buns, Chocolate Chunk Cookies and Angel Food Muffins. Our coffee and tea program will showcase two iconic Chicago roasters, Intelligensia and Metropolis, in addition to a rotating single brew roaster and Bulletproof Coffee.
Beatrix is open daily for breakfast, lunch, dinner and late night offerings.
History
Established in 2013.
Beatrix is a Lettuce Entertain You coffeehouse and restaurant located in Chicago's River North.
People also viewed
Related Lists
-
Breakfast places...the great, the good, and the not so good
-
There are our places that we love going back to over and over again.
-
100 Yelp Reviews! Sounds like a challenge indeed!
,
and related marks are registered trademarks of Yelp.